L2 to TN

[Paps]

Hi,
I am a Canadian and currently I am on L2 visa,my husbands company is applying for H1 for him.
I am presently working on an EAD.
Once his L1 has been changed to H1 (Since L1 can be renewed only 2 times),I will not be allowed to work under L2's EAD, as my visa would then be H4 (I believe), can I apply for a TN?

Currently I hold a permanent job and would not like to lose the benefits.
How can I get a TN visa and continue with the same job?
What would be the procedure/formalities to get a TN visa? What do I have to tell my HR in order for them to give me a letter?
How long is a TN visa normally issued for, is it 1 yr or 3 yrs?
How many times can I renew it.
My husbands Company is applying for GC which will take couple of years.

Hope some one can shed some light on it.

Tnx
Paps

[Xkuger]

Firstly you have to check to see if the TN visa is issued for your category of work. Not every work category can get a TN VISA ( similar to a H1 too).

If it is then by all means you can apply for it... I think it is issue between 1 to 3 years.

Sorry I cannot help you on your other question on TN Visa but do read here about details on TN VISA.